OSF Saint Francis Medical Center

03/05/2026

☀️⏰ Losing an hour this weekend? You may feel it.

😵 “Springing forward” can throw off your body’s natural rhythm.

Try this:
🌙 Shift bedtime earlier by 15 minutes each night leading up to the change
📱 Limit screens before bed
🌞 Get morning sunlight
😌 Keep your routine consistent

Small changes help your body adjust faster.

👶 And don’t forget the kids! Start moving their bedtime earlier now to avoid extra cranky mornings.

Learn more:

A bedtime routine can help children get the sleep they need, but at least twice a year, that schedule gets disrupted.

03/05/2026

A clearer view can change everything.

When a Central Illinois patient with a rare lung cancer faced surgery that could have meant losing three ribs, advanced 3D virtual reality imaging at OSF HealthCare told a different story. That technology gave Richard Anderson, MD and his team a multi-dimensional look at the tumor and ultimately changed the surgical plan.

The result? A safer procedure, an easier recovery and a powerful reminder about the importance of early detection.

Now cancer-free, Jake Wilson is sharing his story of hope, faith and why annual lung CT screenings matter.

Read how innovative imaging made all the difference:

Key Takeaways:3D imaging which allowed for multi-dimensional viewing of a tumor changed the surgical plan for an OSF patient with a rare lung cancer.The technology allowed the surgeon to avoid removing three ribs, leading to an easier, safer recovery fr...

03/05/2026

👏 OSF HealthCare has been named one of Becker’s Hospital Review 165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare for 2026!

03/04/2026

👇 These signs don’t always mean cancer – but you shouldn't ignore them.

Talk to your P*P if symptoms last more than a few days.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cxiXpT

03/03/2026

💛 Congratulations to Nichole Reuber, RN, Medical/Surgical Acute Care Unit, our November DAISY Award winner! 💛

Nichole was nominated by a grateful patient’s daughter, who shared:

“With the holiday week, we were in a pinch for time and had a number of things that needed to be done before our mother could be discharged. Nichole took the reins and coordinated with our case manager, the assisted living facility, the doctors and us to make sure everything was taken care of.”

03/03/2026

Happy 💚

Today we’re proud to recognize Joanna Gardner, MD, emergency medicine physician, for the incredible compassion she showed a recent patient.

After many ER visits over 63 years, the patient said Dr. Gardner was “beyond exceptional.” What stood out most was how she made a personal connection, looking at them as a person and speaking to them as more than just a patient with an issue.

“It takes a lot to impress me to the degree she did,” the patient shared. “She is an outstanding doctor and greatly appreciated.”

Thank you, Dr. Gardner, for living our Mission and making a difference when it matters most. 💚

Learn more about Joanna Gardner here: https://www.osfhealthcare.org/providers/joanna-gardner-1462293

03/02/2026

🚨 Attention nurses and nursing students! 🚨

Join us for the Spring Nursing Professional Career Fair on Tuesday, March 31, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. at Jump Trading Simulation & Education Center, Auditorium A.

Network with nursing students and professionals, explore career opportunities, and connect with the OSF community. 🍎

Lunch, beverages, and door prizes provided. Learn more:

Discover OSF Nursing Career Fair Where: Peoria, IL 61603 March
31, 2026 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center invites you to the Spring Nursing Professional Career Fair from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, at the Jump T...

03/01/2026

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and we’re talking about a trend you might have heard of, fibermaxxing, which is all about boosting your fiber intake to support digestion and overall health.

Here’s what you’ll learn:
➡️ What are the benefits
➡️ What to watch out for
➡️ Simple ways to fit more fiber into your day

Read more here:

Key Takeaways: is taking the internet by storm, and for good reasonGastrointestinal cancer rates are rising in those under 50, spurring action in people's dietsJeanna Brouwer, an oncology registered dietitian, shares why this could be a goo...

02/25/2026

Looking for a meaningful way to spend your summer? 🌟

There’s still time to apply to be a summer student volunteer at OSF HealthCare. Applications close Monday, March 2.

Serve at OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center or OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois, gain real-world experience and support patients and families across our region.

Spots fill quickly, so don’t wait. Apply before the deadline: https://www.osfhealthcare.org/hospitals/saint-francis/ways-to-give/volunteer-opportunities/students

02/25/2026

🫀 When it comes to cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), tempo matters.

The American Red Cross recommends a compression rate of 100 - 120 beats per minute, about the rhythm of songs like “Stayin’ Alive.”

Knowing the right beat could make a difference in an emergency.

👉 Want to learn more tips on performing CPR? Read them here: https://rdcrss.org/49R9UOv

02/25/2026

🎉 The votes are in! 🎉

Congrats to our Red Dress Parade winners:

🏆 Overall Winner: Hospice team (proud recipient of the traveling trophy)
🎨 Most Creative: Inpatient Pharmacy
✨ Most Unique to Department: Mom and Baby
♻️ Best Use of Resources: Processing Department – Main Lab

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped raise awareness for heart disease in women. ❤️

02/25/2026

🏀 Celebrate OSF Day with the Bradley University Braves!

Join us Sunday, March 1, as the Braves take on Murray State at the Peoria Civic Center. Tip-off is at 1 p.m. Grab your tickets, wear your OSF gear and cheer on your team!

🎟 Get your tickets here: https://gotickets.com/tickets/1249247/murray-state-racers-at-bradley-braves-mens-basketball-tickets/carver-arena-at-peoria-civic-center-peoria-il-3-1-2026?orderBy=Price%3A+Low+to+High&quantity=2

Let’s pack the stands and show our OSF pride! 💙